How To Fix /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL037 - New WHR quantity cannot be greater than previous WHR quantity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: New WHR quantity cannot be greater than previous WHR quantity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL037 - New WHR quantity cannot be greater than previous WHR quantity ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMGL_APPL037 New WHR quantity cannot be greater than previous WHR quantity typically occurs in the context of handling warehouse management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that the new quantity being entered for a warehouse receipt (WHR) is greater than the quantity that was previously recorded for that receipt. 
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a quantity that exceeds the previously recorded quantity for the warehouse receipt.
  System Configuration: There may be specific business rules or configurations in the system that prevent increasing the quantity of a warehouse receipt once it has been established.
  Process Flow Issues: The error may arise if there are inconsistencies in the process flow, such as trying to adjust quantities in a way that violates the established inventory control policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Quantity: Check the previous quantity recorded for the warehouse receipt. Ensure that the new quantity you are trying to enter is less than or equal to the previous quantity.
  Adjust Entry: If the new quantity is indeed greater than the previous quantity, adjust it to a valid amount that complies with the system's rules.
  Review Configuration: If you believe the quantity should be allowed to increase, review the configuration settings in SAP related to warehouse management and inventory control. Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand if there are any settings that need to be adjusted.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling warehouse receipts and the associated quantity adjustments.
  Check for Open Transactions: Ensure there are no open transactions or processes that might be locking the warehouse receipt or affecting its quantity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to warehouse management, such as MIGO (Goods Movement) or LT03 (Transfer Order).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the appropriate permissions to modify warehouse receipt quantities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering and adjusting warehouse receipt quantities to minimize errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.